Area Code 53 – Ngatpang State
The phone area code for Ngatpang State is 53 (international format +68053). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📍 Geographic Location of Ngatpang State
Overview of Palau Area Code 53
Area code 53 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to Ngatpang State, one of the sixteen states of the Republic of Palau. Located on the island of Babeldaob, Ngatpang is known for its lush tropical landscape and traditional villages. This code is used for fixed-line telephone services within the state, connecting residents and businesses to the Palauan PSTN.
Dialing Formats
When calling a fixed-line number in Ngatpang from within Palau, you dial the seven-digit national number, which begins with the area code 53 followed by the subscriber number (e.g., 53X XXXX). For international callers, the full E.164 format is used: +680 53X XXXX. For example, a local call to a Ngatpang number might be 53 1234, while an international caller would dial +680 53 1234.
Geographic Coverage and Administration
Ngatpang State is situated on the western coast of Babeldaob, Palau's largest island. The state capital is Ngerdmau, and the area is primarily rural, with a small population. The area code 53 serves all fixed-line subscribers within the state's administrative boundaries, including government offices, local businesses, and residential lines. As with other geographic codes in Palau, the numbering is administered by the Palau National Communications Corporation (PNCC), the incumbent telecom operator.
Caller Instructions
Local callers within Palau should dial the seven-digit national number directly (e.g., 53 1234). International callers must dial their country's exit code (e.g., 011 from the US), followed by Palau's country code 680, then the area code and subscriber number (e.g., 011 680 53 1234). There are no overlay codes or additional digit requirements for this area code.
Important Considerations
As Palau's telecom infrastructure evolves, some fixed-line services may be capable of VoIP, but the geographic nature of the code remains tied to Ngatpang. Number portability is limited, so the code generally indicates the physical location of the line. For accurate billing and routing, always verify the complete number with the recipient.